Geography of New Hampshire
Geography of New Hampshire: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of New Hampshire
Suffolk County is 63 mi to the south-east, Boston is 63 mi to the south-east, Massachusetts is 63 mi to the south-east and Area Code 617 is 63 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 43°12′29.2″N 71°32′15.4″W (43.2081, -71.5376)
Quick facts about New Hampshire
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°12′29.2″N 71°32′15.4″W (43.2081, -71.5376) |
| Capital | Concord |
| Population | 1.400.000 |
| Area | 9.349 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | NH |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 11:57 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by state park in New Hampshire
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in New Hampshire
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Summary
New Hampshire is a state in United States. New Hampshire is a US state with its capital at Concord. It has a population of about 1.4 million. The capital is Concord.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in New Hampshire with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 63°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New Hampshire is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 64 mi away. Nearby highlights include Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington, Cape Cod National Seashore and Martha's Vineyard.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 5°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in New Hampshire today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in New Hampshire month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° | 16° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 35° | 15° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 27° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 36° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 48° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 79° | 58° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 64° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 59° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 44° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 47° | 32° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 21° | 4,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Hampshire?
New Hampshire is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 43.2081, -71.5376. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New Hampshire right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Hampshire?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in New Hampshire, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New Hampshire in?
New Hampshire observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:57 PM.
How many people live in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to New Hampshire?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 64 mi away, Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 190 mi away and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 206 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New Hampshire?
Popular options include Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington, Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Acadia National Park.
What places are in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire covers 2 places in this atlas, including Franconia Notch State Park and Mount Washington.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 11:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
